Is sugar in fruit bad for you?

There is a lot of heated discussion in the nutrition world around many topics.

How much fat, carbs, and protein should we be eating?
Should we be counting calories or macros?
Should we try and eat intuitively?
What about fasting or juicing?
Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Plant Based?

So much to discuss and argue over. 

However, most people can agree that sugar is not the best for our body. We recognize sugar as "empty calories" and know it can cause many health problems. Due to sugar being labeled as "bad" unfortunately fruit and the sugar in fruit has been labeled as "bad" or something that should be feared and consumed as a limited treat.

Confused about your sugar intake and where fruit fits in the equation?

Let's clear up some confusion! 

Unlike many foods that are high in added sugars, fruits are packaged with lots of nutrients that help provide us with good health and vitality.

Fruit is an excellent source of fiber. Fiber can not be broken down by our own human enzymes but is feeding the microbes in our gut. When these microorganisms eat the fiber we consume, they produce a number of important byproducts, including vitamin K2, B12, and short chain fatty acids. Fiber also aids in normalizing bowl movements, maintaining overall bowl health, lowers cholesterol levels, helps control blood sugar levels, and aids in healthy weight management.

Fruit is also a good source of other nutrients such as potassium, which can help lower blood pressure, and flavonoids, which may reduce risk or heart disease.

Evidence shows that eating whole fruits (alone and in combination with vegetables) reduces chances of  cancer, obesity and heart disease.

I always encourage my clients to eat properly prepared, nutrient dense, whole food diets that are full of fruits and vegetables, with an emphasis on the vegetables. 

Depending on your bio-individual needs and goals fruit can be a healthy addition to your lifestyle. As long as you're eating a balanced and varied diet, there is absolutely no reason to limit fruit intake - even bananas!

Do you want to know when and how I recommend eating fruits? Yes, I do believe there is a correct way to enjoy Gods natural candy. Let me know in the comments below and it might just be in next weeks post!